Financial Controller at Entrust

Haarlem, North Holland, Netherlands

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Cybersecurity, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience as a (Financial) Controller in a B2B environment
BSc/MSc in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Strong analytical skills, with knowledge of general ledger, budgeting, forecasting, accounting standards, and compliance regulations
Professional proficiency in Excel (PowerBI is a plus)
Fluent in both spoken and written English (Dutch is a plus)
Knowledge of Dutch GAAP and Tax regulations (US GAAP is a plus)
Empathy and a desire to assist others
Pragmatic problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
Sense of urgency and the ability to prioritize tasks based on business needs
(Preferred) Experience in transitioning ERP systems. Knowledge of Twinfield/NetSuite is preferred
(Preferred) Familiarity with an IT/SaaS environment

Responsibilities

Responsible for all accounting and financial reporting
Develop and implement financial strategies that align with the company’s objectives
Provide insights and recommendations to the management team for informed decision-making
Monitor financial performance and identify improvement opportunities
Manage one direct report
Responsible for all accounting and financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll support
Responsible for timely and accurate Financial Statement and Management Reporting preparation for local management and the corporate office including journal entry preparation and posting, all general ledger activity, and account reconciliations
Manage cash flow forecasts, working capital, and invoice authorizations
Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting requirements
Lead financial audits, tax returns and year-end reporting processes
Support in the transition of legacy ERP systems to NetSuite
Support budgeting and forecasting processes to ensure accurate and timely financial planning
Analyze financial data to track key performance indicators and variances
Prepare financial reports and presentations for stakeholders
Support in SaaS Revenue reporting
Build and maintain hands-on reports in PowerBI/Excel
Evaluate and improve internal controls
Ensure compliance with all tax and financial regulations

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

NetSuiteERPFinancial ReportingGeneral LedgerAccount ReconciliationsCash Flow ForecastingBudgetingForecastingFinancial AuditsTax Returns

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Financial Controller position?

A minimum of 3 years of experience as a (Financial) Controller in a B2B environment is required, along with a BSc/MSc in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

What key skills are needed for this role?

Strong analytical skills with knowledge of general ledger, budgeting, forecasting, accounting standards, and compliance regulations are essential, plus professional proficiency in Excel (PowerBI is a plus), and knowledge of Dutch GAAP and Tax regulations (US GAAP is a plus).

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for the Financial Controller role at Entrust?

Candidates with 3+ years as a Controller in B2B, knowledge of Dutch GAAP/Tax, Excel proficiency, and preferred experience transitioning ERP systems like to NetSuite stand out. Soft skills like empathy, pragmatic problem-solving, critical thinking, and a sense of urgency are also valued.